Description

Cupricide Algae Remover

Cupricide is an economical product that provides effective control of a wide spectrum of filamentous and planktonic algae. It is suitable for use in irrigation canals, farm dams, ponds, ornamental lakes and potable water supplies.

Aquatic algicide CUPRICIDE offers a cost effective approach to the control over a wide spectrum of filamentous and planktonic algae, Cupricide is a mixed copper alkanolamine complex. In this chemical form, it provides many algicidal efficiency but with low toxicity to fish. The organic chelating agents used in CUPRICIDE protect the active ingredient (copper) from precipitating out of solution (a problem which frequently occurs with copper sulphate aglicides) as well as reducing the toxicity of copper on fish.

Supplied in an easy to use liquid form, CUPRICIDE works by systemic action, penetrating cells and inhibiting photosynthesis, Suitable for drinking water when used according to directions on label, For the use in lakes, portable water.

Suggested dose range:
• Light algae growth: 2L per megalitre
• Medium algae growth: 5L per megalitre
• Heavy algae growth: 10L per megalitre

Directions for Use

For most effective results, Cupricide® should be applied at the first signs of algal bloom.  Apply Cupricide® under calm, sunny conditions when the water temperature is at least 15oC. Floating algae mats should be broken up either before spraying or during the application.   Shore line areas should be sprayed first to avoid trapping fish.

As the algae die and decompose, dissolved oxygen levels in the water will be depleted.  Thus when treating heavy infestations, treat only 1/3 to 1/2 of the water body at a time.  This allows the oxygen levels to recover and prevents fish suffocation. The remaining water should be treated 14 days after the initial application.

For more specific instructions on Cupricide use and safety precautions, please refer to the product label and material safety data sheet.

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